Avocado grapefruit and rocket salad recipe

Nutrition per portion

RDA

Calories

228 kCal

11%

Fat

21g

30%

- Saturates

3.5g

18%

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This zesty avocado grapefruit and rocket salad is a refreshing addition to any summer meal or buffet table. Ready in just 10 minutes, and coming in at under 230 calories per serving, it’s a quick and easy healthy option that will taste delicious served alongside grilled meat or fish.

Ingredients

2 pink grapefruits

140g pack rocket

2 avocados, peeled, stoned and sliced

For the dressing:

6tbsp olive oil

2tbsp sherry vinegar

1tbsp honey

Method

Peel the grapefruit and cut the flesh into segments. Squeeze the membranes/pulp to extract as much juice as possible.

To make the dressing, pour all the ingredients into a bottle or jar and add the grapefruit juice. Season with salt and pepper.

Place the rocket in a bowl, add the grapefruit segments and avocados and drizzle over the dressing just before serving.

Top tip for making Avocado grapefruit and rocket salad

To test an avocado for freshness, pull out the stem. If it's green underneath, it'll be ripe and creamy - if it's brown, it's too far gone.